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Author Notes:I'm not big on smoothies, but I love me a lassi! Go figure, since they're practically the same thing. I never said I was rational. Anyhow, as much as I love a standard mango lassi, I'm even more fond of changing up the fruits and spices I use in them. Here are two of my favorite combinations for when summer fruit is at its peak. —fiveandspice

Serves: 2

Peach pistachio lassi

2
small, or one very large, peaches, pitted and cut into chunks (no need for peeling)

Combine all the ingredients in a blender - use 1/4 cup milk for a thicker consistency and 1/2 cup for a thinner consistency, or really whatever quantity you need for the consistency you prefer - and blend until pretty smooth (some small pistachio grains will remain).

Divide between two big glasses - pour over ice if you wish - and serve.

Cantaloupe lime lassi

1 1/2
cups cubed cantaloupe

1 1/2
cups Greek-style yogurt, preferably full-fat

1
pinch cayenne pepper

2
tablespoons fresh lime juice

Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. (You shouldn't need extra liquid because the melon creates a lot itself.)

I love the combos of spices and fruits, but rather than add liquid to Greek yogurt, which is yogurt which has had liquid strained out, I would just use regular yogurt and either skip the milk, or just add some of it. Looking forward to trying these.

I'm not sure what the difference is between a smoothie and a lassi, but these flavor/fruit combinations sound wonderful! I've got to make some yoghurt so I can get a few (of either) in before all the good fruit is gone for the year. ;) Thanks!